Customer Reviews for ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

This stability running shoe dropped more than an ounce from its predecessor but retained enough ride and comfort to earn “Best Update” from Runner’s World in its January 2012 issue. Main Features
Weight: 11.5 ounces (men’s size 9)
The Impact Guidance System (I.G.S.®) links components to enhance the foot’s natural gait.
Guidance Line vertical flex groove lets tooling on outsole work independently.
A ComforDry™ Sockliner lends cushioning and anti-odor properties.
Additional Information Introduced in January 2012, the ASICS® GEL-Kayano® 18 lost weight but gained features to enhance what consumers have come to appreciate about the GEL-Kayano line. An external Heel Clutching System consists of an external heel counter that improves support and heel fit by locking it into place. The shoe’s Biomorphic Fit® upper consists of stretch materials strategically placed to help reduce buckling and potential irritation. Serving a similar function is the Personal Heel Fit™ (PHF) system of two-layer memory foam that lines the heel collar and helps personalize its fit. The medial (inner) side of the midsole includes ASICS’ DuoMax® Support System, dual-density foam cushioning that is designed to reduce excess pronation (when the foot rolls significantly inward after heelstrike). On the outsole is ASICS’ Space Trusstic System®, which is a plastic plate in the midfoot that mimics the connective tissue of the foot by generating energy as the foot moves through the stride.

Average Customer Rating:

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Rating Breakdown76 reviews

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75 out of 76(99%)reviewers would recommend this product.

Customer Reviews for ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

Review 1 for ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

Overall rating

5/ 5

Great shoe, recommend for the over pronator

PostedMarch 16, 2013

Jblack

from Long Island

I purchased this product for:myself

I purchased this product:1-3 months ago

The athletic skill level of the person using this product is:intermediate

This product is primarily used/worn for:training/going to the gym

I first purchased the Nike Free runs, brought them home and ran in them and off the bat I could feel pain in my knees, ankles and feet so I googled it and found out that I am an over pronator when I run. I was bummed but soon found out they have shoes for that such as the Asics Gel Kayano. So I scooped up a pair and have been grateful ever since. Run 3 miles a day, comfortable, stable, lots of support and cool design. I would recommend this to anyone. I had trouble finding a shoe at first, I did my research and although expensive, it its definitely worth the money and will last for a very long time.

Great shoe.

The athletic skill level of the person using this product is:recreational

This product is primarily used/worn for:casual wear

I am long time user of the ASICS Gel series (2140,2150,2160). This is the first Kayanos, but they are also gels. I have foot problems and usually had to buy insoles either as I bought the new shoe or right after. With the ASICS I do not have to do that.I actually wear them for everyday use and for walking and use them for about a year without needing a third party insole.The other thing about the brand is from shoe to shoe the sizing is uniform so I felt safe ordering on line.

This is an excellent shoe.

The athletic skill level of the person using this product is:recreational

This product is primarily used/worn for:training/going to the gym

very small

2/ 5

This shoe continues to be an excellent product. I like that improvements don't change the inherent integrity of the shoe. You don't get a surprise when you take your first run in a new pair of Gel Kayanos.Sizing is an issue. Your store says the sizing is true. I have run in Asics for more than 20 years. Their shoes are 1 to 1 1/2 sizes small. I wear a 10 1/2 and ordered a 12. They fit great. Someone new to Asics will be returning that first pair of shoes.

Pros: lightweight, durable, comfortable, good cushioning, breathable

Cons: poor arch support

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Review 4 for ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

Overall rating

5/ 5

Amazing!!

PostedJuly 4, 2013

mattgut22

from California

I purchased this product for:myself

I purchased this product:1-3 months ago

The athletic skill level of the person using this product is:competitive

This product is primarily used/worn for:participating in a sport

I purchased the shoes for my yearly high school cross country team. I had heard these shoes were great for the longer distance running. They were CORRECT!!! The shoes are perfect when i go on my 6-8 mile runs. Any other Nike shoe would've worn out in a month. I recommend buying. Note they are for competition long distance running and aren't the best for speed or track.

Great Shoe!

The athletic skill level of the person using this product is:intermediate

This product is primarily used/worn for:training/going to the gym

Speedy delivery and comfortable running shoe with a unique design. This is my second pair of Asics Gel Kayanos in the last two years. I definitely will purchase this shoe again next year when needed. Great running shoe for being in the Army.

Pros: lightweight, comfortable, good cushioning, breathable

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Review 6 for ASICS® Gel - Kayano 18 - Men's

Overall rating

5/ 5

Fantastic Shoe

PostedMarch 18, 2013

Hoody

from Vancouver, BC

I purchased this product for:myself

I purchased this product:less than a month ago

This product is primarily used/worn for:training/going to the gym

For a bigger guy these shoes are fantastic, great cushion and support. I am 6'1 and 260lbs, and these shoes are fantastic in the gym as well as everyday use.